The Gold Coast Recreation Precinct offers some of the most popular school holiday programs on the Gold Coast for children aged 5 to 16, featuring outdoor adventure, sport, water-based activities and active play. These fun, engaging and affordable programs provide a great way for kids to stay active and entertained during the break.
Families looking for things to do with kids on the Gold Coast can enjoy a safe, supervised program that focuses on physical activity, confidence-building, teamwork and having fun during the Queensland school holidays. Activities are tailored to different age groups to ensure an enjoyable experience for every child.
Details and pricing
This Easter school holiday program is suitable for families looking for affordable kids' activities on the Gold Coast during the Easter 2026 holidays.
Learn about full-day school holiday program pricing and additional information.
Dates and times
Tuesday 7 April 2026
Wednesday 8 April 2026
Thursday 9 April 2026
Monday 13 April 2026
Tuesday 14 April 2026
Full-day program: Drop off 8:30am for a 9am start, pick-up 3:30-4pm
Cost
$98.65 per person (includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea)
Daily program schedule
The program includes a variety of kids adventure activities such as high ropes, canoeing, archery, and traditional Indigenous games, making it one of the most engaging Gold Coast school holiday programs available.
Full day program 7-14 April 2026
| Day | 5–7 yrs | 8–10 yrs | 11+ yrs |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday 7 April | Bodyboarding, Archery, Traditional Indigenous Games (TIGs) | Archery, Giant Swing, Bodyboarding | Giant Swing, Canoe, Archery |
Wednesday 8 April | Canoe, Art & Craft, Team Games | Team Games, Catapults, High Ropes | High Ropes, Team Games, TIGs |
Thursday 9 April | Bodyboarding, Archery, Dance Party | Kayak, Team Rescue, Dance Party | Catapults, Kayak, Team Rescue |
| Monday 13 April | Canoe, Beach Games, Circus Skills | Abseil, Quick Jumps, Beach Games | Beach Games, Circus Skills, Abseil and Quick Jumps |
| Tuesday 14 April | Bodyboarding, TIGs, Dance Party | Archery, Giant Swing, Canoe | Giant Swing, Bodyboarding, Archery |
Download the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct Holiday Program Easter 651.2 KB) .
What to bring
- Enclosed shoes
- Water bottle
- Fitness attire
- Hat and sunscreen.
For water activities also bring:
- Sun-safe wet clothes
- Enclosed shoes that can get wet
- Towel and a change of dry clothes
How to book
Watch this video on how to book your school holiday program online.
Book your school holiday program
Contact details
Phone: 07 5669 2100
Email: goldcoastrec@sport.qld.gov.au
Address: 1525 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221
Website: qld.gov.au/goldcoast-recreationprecinct
Follow us: Facebook @GCRecreationPrecinct.